In a historic photo displayed at the National Baseball Hall of Fame that features Ty Cobb and Cy Young, Canadian Jack Graney is the star.
Tony Gwynn recorded his 3,000th hit in Montreal, ball later auctioned for $142,762
Tony Gwynn recorded his 3,000th major league hit at Montreal's Olympic Stadium on August 6, 1999. The ball was later auctioned for $142,762.
Tony Gwynn recorded his 3,000th hit in Montreal
When Tony Gwynn slashed a single into centre field in the first inning on August 6, 1999 at Olympic Stadium, he became the first player to register their 3,000th big league hit outside of the United States. Numbering just 13,540, the small but boisterous Montreal crowd rewarded the eight-time batting champ with a lengthy standing... Continue Reading →